The Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut. with a Avondale Dart 380-2 with an actual weight of 1000 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Avondale with a User Payload (174 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
181
89
Mountains
Risk of snaking
177
213
Weight ratio: 65% (75% of kerbweight)
1000 kg
1535 kg
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Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut. Avondale Dart 380-2
Actual Weights
Avondale Dart 380-2: 1000 kg.
Peugeot 307 HB 1.6 16v aut.: 1535 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 65%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 181 points).
Speeds of 66 mph (107 km/h) to 73 mph (117 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only very moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 89 points).
Slightly higher revs (3000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 24.6 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 177 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 13%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (5100 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 56 mph (91 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Peugeot is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
The car is too heavily loaded.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 65%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 75%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 213 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
Performance is sufficient.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.